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tragicomedy

DEFINITIONS OF: tragicomedy

1

n a dramatic composition involving elements of both tragedy and comedy usually with the tragic predominating

Type of:
tragedy
drama in which the protagonist is overcome by some superior force or circumstance; excites terror or pity

n a comedy with serious elements or overtones

Synonyms:
seriocomedy
Type of:
comedy
light and humorous drama with a happy ending
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